I love Cassiane and I absolutely agree that Kassiani would read tryndi. Cosima, Verity, Marian and Cassiane are my favorites. I think that they're unique but familiar, lovely, and not too difficult for an American mouth to pronounce. I just love Noor in the middle spot for any of them except Cosima, because now that you've said it, "Cosmic Manure" is all I hear. CosimaMaris or maybe Cosima Theophane?

I think my favorites are the C names, Cassiane, Chrysanthe and Cosima. Bonus points for Cassiane, since your husband loves it too, though I think my favorite of the three might be Chrysanthe. With my naming style, I'd probably put it in the middle, but I'd be thrilled to see it used as a first name.

Kyriake is fascinating. It's loads of fun to say, and I like all the lovely history behind its meaning. I wish it didn't make me think of the word "karaoke," though, and I think Americans may have trouble with the spelling and pronunciation. Keep pushing Kyrielle--gorgeous.

Best wishes!

"He telleth the number of the stars; He calleth them all by their names."
Psalm 147:4